1984 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Bitter | Alpina |
| Model | SC | D3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
